Hello Thyroid Warriors!
Are you giving your thyroid gland the support it needs to function optimally, or could your detoxification organs use some extra care?
Sometimes (most often more accurately) the thyroid gland and in general the glandular system take over the burden of detoxification (internal cleansing) when the regular channels of elimination are overburdened. So, number one on the “to-do” list with a thyroid problem is to pay attention to and help your detoxification organs (intestinal tract, liver, kidneys, and lungs) to function at full effectiveness. Doing this job will assist in relieving any detoxification burden on your thyroid gland.
To explain the above concept further, here's an example of how the detoxification system is related to the glandular system. It is a well-known medical fact that certain forms of harmful bacteria can produce toxic substances in the intestinal tract. These toxic substances travel to the liver from the intestines and impair the liver's ability to manufacture and utilize T3 (T3 is a relative of thyroxine and it helps regulate the speed of metabolism in the tissues). Friendly bacteria are very important to stop harmful bacteria from producing these toxic substances. As a result of repopulating your intestinal tract with potent friendly bacteria, your liver should have an increased ability to function normally and this could indirectly support your thyroid gland.
When you choose your friendly bacteria supplements, make sure they are micro-blended with a whole food rich in minerals such as: acidophilus and bifidus micro-blended with organic microalgae. The minerals in this food enables the friendly bacteria to increase their speed of multiplication in the gut and will also increase the total number of organisms (friendly bacteria) that will eventually flourish in your intestines.
Number two in the “to do” list is to make sure you're getting enough minerals in your diet (iodine, iron, and selenium). In the past, doctors used to think that a deficiency of iodine alone was a cause of the dysfunction of the thyroid gland. However, it is known today that selenium is critical in activating an enzyme responsible for controlling thyroid function. However, taking isolated iodine and selenium supplements is not a good idea because humans require only a few micrograms of these nutrients daily to meet normal needs. Too much of either of these minerals can produce toxicity. It is best to find foods high in these minerals: organic microalgae, dulse, kelp and other sea vegetables are high in iodine and selenium. When consumed as part of whole food, these minerals can be assimilated and utilized for thyroid hormone synthesis by your body without fear of toxicity.
A few dietary recommendations:
Enzyme Therapy: Since the endocrine glands are driven by digested foods, correcting any digestive problems with the use of digestive enzymes is a good idea.
Coconut oil is the most healthy saturated fat for the endocrine glands. Raw butter is good. Coconut oil stimulates thyroid function and thus promotes weight loss in those who are overweight. A good brand is “Artisana” which is raw coconut oil.
Fruits and fruits smoothies are important to help modulate blood sugar and calm the adrenal glands and normalize production of thyroid hormone.
Carrots’ fiber tones the bowel, binds toxins and reduces the reabsorption of estrogen.
Do not drink tap water. Some city water contains organic hydrocarbons which could result in blocking the activity of thyroid hormones. Make sure you drink only spring water.
Eliminate and discard all non-stick cookware because it contains fluoride which can cripple the thyroid. Keep in mind too, that fluoride is in toothpaste, processed cereals, and sodas plus tap water.
Simplify your diet. Eat the following for three months: salmon, eggs (raw eggs are recommended and buy organic eggs which you can add to smoothies), yams, fruits, and vegetables (juice parsley, celery, carrots, and apples), organic sprouted brown rice, quinoa, seeds and nuts, coconut butter or coconut oil for cooking.
Eliminate Soy - Soy suppresses thyroid function, and imbalances hormones, and it has been shown to cause goiters (an enlargement of the thyroid gland) in previously healthy individuals, which shows that it disrupts iodine usage.
Avoid Canola Oil: Canola oil interferes with the production of thyroid hormones, amongst its many other dangers. Treat canola oil like the God-forsaken, genetically engineered, poison that it is.
Balance Estrogen Levels (Women) - Excess estrogen slows down the thyroid gland. This means eliminating birth control medications, increasing the fiber in the diet, and avoiding all non-organic meats. Growth hormones in meats lead to imbalanced hormones. Reduce cow-based dairy products because cow’s milk often contains synthetic estrogen.
Use organic hemp seeds - Crush these seeds before eating. The hemp seeds are an excellent source of fiber.
Pears and Apples - The ancient Chinese discovered that pears have a powerful tendency to balance hormones; especially in women. Pears help most when mixed with or blended with apples.
Antioxidant supplement use is important: 600 mg. of CoQ10 (daily for three months and after healing, drop the amount to 100 mg a day). CoQ10 is an antioxidant that helps promote proper blood circulation. There are many studies that show a direct relationship between cardiac performance and CoQ10 supplementation with thyroid disorders (The CoQ10 Phenomenon by Stephen Sinatra, MD). Best Q10 formulas are usually micro-blended with organic oils like coconut and olive oils.
Following this plan, you're likely to see the potential of great improvement to your thyroid gland.
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Resources:
Food Is Your Best Medicine. Henry Bieler, M.D.
The Enzyme Cure. Lita Lee.
The CoQ10 Phenomenon by Stephen Sinatra, MD
Your partner in health,
Emanuela Visone, CFNC, CHC, CLC
Certified ONDAMED Practitioner
Embody Vitality Consulting, Inc.
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